Monday, October 16, 2017

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The company will also feature in national TV advertising for the first time in with a ‘Compare. Call. Save’ campaign which breaks on Christmas Eve and runs until the end of January. Previous TV ads have been shown regionally.

Tuesday, February 14, 2017

5 destination places for Luxury family holidays :

V.G.P. Golden Beach

Covelong Beach (Near Mahabalipuram)

Arignar Anna Zoological Park

Sadras Beach Resort (Near Mahabalipuram)

Nagalapuram (Near Tirupati)

1. V.G.P. Golden Beach

At a distance of 21 Kms from Chennai Central Railway Station and 40 Kms from Mahabalipuram (situated on East Coast Road between Chennai and Mahabalipuram), VGP Golden Beach is the only resort in Chennai city limits. This is one of the popular tourist places to visit near Chennai.

This Beach cum Amusement Park is developed by The Tourism and Entertainment Corridor of Tamil Nadu, and offers wide range of entertainment options like Gokarting, Dashing Cars, Water Chute, Giant Wheel, Break-dance, Dragons belly, Super trooper and many more. Kids can enjoy the special sight seeing of Jurassic Park and Aquarium. There is an Art Centre which sells handicrafts and articles made out of sea shells.

The sea facing Swimming pool is an extra attraction. The beach is clean and ideal for sun-bathing. The Resort has a Multi-cuisine restaurant and a separate Bar

2. Covelong Beach (Near Mahabalipuram)

At a distance of 23 Kms from Mahabalipuram and 35 Kms from Chennai (on Chennai - Mahabalipuram Road) Covelong/Kovalam is a famous beach resort and one of the popular tourist places to visit near Chennai.

It was originally just a small fishing village, but now also expanded to become one of the most famous beach resorts in South India. You can still explore the old sea port that used to exist there. Numerous quality beach resorts can be found at Kovalam. The beaches at that location are absolutely exquisite, and are greatly enjoyed by all that visit there. It is also to these beaches that the well-known Olive Ridley Turtles travel to every year to hatch their eggs.

Swimmimg and wind surfing are popular activities at this beach.

3. Arignar Anna Zoological Park - 38 Kms

At a distance of 38 Kms from Chennai Central Railway Station (located in Vandalur, Kanchipuram district), Arignar Anna Zoological Park is one of the finest zoos in India. This is also one of the popular tourist places near Chennai and said to be one of the biggest in South East Asia.

Established in 1855 and shifted to the current location of Vandalur reserved forests in the year 1979. This park is officially opened to public in 1985, the park covers 510 hectares of land. The park shelters more than 170 species of animals. The dry forests surrounding the Vandalur region is the ideal breeding ground for these animals. It is home for Tigers, Jaguars, Lions, Panther, Elephants, Sambar, Giraffes and many more.

The Park has a library with good collection of wildlife related books and information. Elephant safari is also available in the park.

Timings 9 AM to 8 PM. Tuesday Holiday. But all the animals are back in their cages after 5 PM.

4. Sadras Beach Resort (Near Mahabalipuram) - 68 Kms

At a distance of 13 kms from Mahabalipuram (towards South) and 68 Kms from Chennai, Sadras is an outstanding beach resort that takes advantage of the beautiful landscape. This is one of the popular tourist places to visit around Chennai.

The beaches that surround Mahabalipuram are encompassed by beautiful, green casuarinas groves. The contrast of the vibrant green with the sparkling white beaches is breathtaking, and a sight that numerous tourists want to experience.

There is an old ruined Dutch Fort and a Dutch cemetery with finely carved headstones at Sadras as well.

5. Nagalapuram (Near Tirupati) - 87 Kms

At a distance of 16 km from Nagalapuram town, 44 km from Puttur, 87 km from Chennai, 78 km from Tirupati, 107 km from Chittoor, 130 km from Vellore, 120 km from Kanipakam & 288 km from Bangalore, Nagalapuram is a small historical town located in the Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh. Nagalapuram is famous for two things, one is Sri Vedanarayana Swamy Temple and the other one is Nagalapuram falls trekking (also known as Saddhi Koodu Madugu). This is one of the popular sites for trekking near Chennai and also among ideal weekend getaways around Chenani for a two day trip.

Sri Vedanarayana temple is grand shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is said to have been built by Krishna Devaraya of Vijayanagar Empire in remembrance of his mother Nagala Devi, after whom the town is named. The temple reflects the Vijayanagara architectural and the main deity idol is facing west. The sanctum sanctorum has Vedanarayana Swamy with his consort's Sridevi

Thursday, June 9, 2016

With holidays abroad more meaningful than ever, of course each one needs to be unique. With many amazing places to choose from, it can be hard to figure out those that are thriving in popularity at the moment.

Below we have favourited some of our most alternative, unique and up and coming holiday destinations and sight to be seen of 2013, that are sure to give you both a cultural, exciting and memorable experience time away.

North Africa After
suffering with political unrest for many years, North Africa's most
loved holiday resorts are more than safe, and a welcoming, friendly
place to spend a holiday. Morocco is now proving to be more and more
popular with intrigued travellers, hosting Marrakech as one of the
most cultural and bustling holiday destinations there is. Agadir in
Morocco is especially spectacular, holding beaches and historical
sites. The country is full of flavour and fast paced activities,
offering a perfect mix of both Arabia and Africa. Red sea holidays
such as Egypt are also as hot as ever, being a great all rounder and
a paradise for divers and snorkelling beginners. North Africa is also
lucky enough to host the stunning country of Tunisia, home to many
filming locations and celebrity hotspots. Without spending a fortune
here, you'll get to taste theTunisian cuisine, as well as visit its
world renowned ancient ruins such as Amphitheatres, cathedrals and
religious sites.

Dominican
Republic

With
the Dominican increasing its tourism visitors in 2012 by over 8%, we
have seen more airlines jump on the bandwagon, offering flights here
at lower prices than ever before. Not only is this a dream like and
affordable destination to relax on, the Dominican Republic's
coastlines are some of the most beautiful in the world. Usually
destined as a place to get married or to spend a honeymoon, resorts
such as Punta Cana and Puerto Plata can now be enjoyed by everybody.
Here you will find extremely tranquil beaches, lagoons and private
coves to swim in and take boat rides out of, as well as its secluded
walking routes. Aside form its coastal culture, open valleys and
fields are also wide open for you to enjoy, being home to lots of
natural production. With a mix of the Maldives and France's
countryside, there no better place to unwind. The Dominican Republic
will always be a splurge and a treat, but a well deserved and
memorable one.

Malta.
Even
though Malta is one of the smallest EU nations in population and in
size, it holds stable and loveable Mediterranean climates. The
country hosts a full hub of all things arty, great food and harbours
which have slowly helped Malta on its way up the holiday ladder for
educational yet stunning places to visit. With its Maltese culture
surrounding newcomers everywhere they look, architecture and
exhibitions reflect the early renaissance. With young students and
couples after an informative break away, The Traditional Museum of
Fine Arts located here should go down a treat, with spectacular seas
and sands to go with it.

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Aspros
Potamos, Crete

Aspros
Potamos, situated in a stunning valley in Crete, Greece is a secret
destination offering peace and tranquility. A place without traffic,
mobile phones, or lights, it’s the perfect place to spend some
quality time in a faraway place. Aspros Potamos is designed to create
simplicity, and here will lead you to the historical village of
Pefki, a place used in the Vietnam War times. The village was
originally used to prepare wheat and barley and keep animals. The
village is surrounded by stacked cottages, perfect for a romantic
break alone. They are made of local stone, and each consisted of only
two rooms. The miniature houses are drenched in an authentic
atmosphere, and although you have no chance of drying your hair or
having a shave, you’re bound to have an extraordinary break
exploring the depth of a well-kept historical landmark
together.

Lake
VinuelaWe
all know Costa Del Sol is famous for it's sandy beaches, but little
do people know, it also offers a beautiful romantic attraction, Lake
Vinuela. It has enticed holiday makers for many years, with a
capacity of 170,000,000 cubic meters of water, the lake was created
when the rivers Velez, Guaro, and Seco were dammed together. The lake
thrives in a sense of hush as the public are left to discover what
the lake has to offer. Scattered around the lake are paths that lead
to dainty and delightful little villages, such as Canillas de
Aceituno, Alcaucin, Periana, and. Riogordo. It is located fifteen
minutes from the local town of Torre del Mar. Visit Lake Vinuala
where the tiny romantic villages are perfect for couples to explore,
and feel a real sense of adventure in an unexpected location.

Wednesday, June 8, 2016

Bridge of Sighs.This infamous bridge connects the Doge's palace with Prigioni.
It's often looked at and thought to be romantic, situated in a
wonderfully beautiful part of the city. It's Italian name is the Ponte
Dei Sospiri made in limestone.

Rialto Bridge.This
photogenic bridge is situated across the main pedestrian bridge of the
Grand Canal. The bridge is close by to many shops and authentic markets, making it extremely accessible and popular.

Scalzi Bridge. Literally meaning 'The bridge of Barefoot Monks'; It connects Santa Croce, Cannaregio
and the Santa Lucia Rail Station together. Completed in the early 30's,
its stone structure still remains in tact and gives beautiful views
down the Grand Canal.

Calatrava Bridge. This
is not your typical Italian bridge, as it's Venice's newest. Smoothly
using its curve edges to span the Grand Canal. Made from glass steel ,
it was completed in 2008 and adds a modern touch to the city.

Acadamy Bridge. Crossing both the Grand Cnal and the recommended
Venice museum 'The Galleria dell Acadamia' it's name makes sense. First
built in the 19th century and re-erected in the 30's it offers
an interesting yet huge piece of art to look at, all made out of pure
wood.

That's why I have come up with a few interesting ways on how to turn that tired smile into a shining grin this Mother's Day.

Spa Weekend

Would a back massage in Italy or a simple
Spa day at your local hotel go down a treat with your Mum? I think this
must be most women's dream, having a full day of pampering to
themselves. With in-Spa Jacuzzis, swimming pools saunas, and a
personal masseuse at the ring of a bell, what more could a hard working
Mum of three want? Not only has been relaxed proved to help our mental
and emotion selves, it's a great way to show your appreciation for your Mum, and is way better than turning up to the house with just a card, a surprise won't hurt!

Take her with you!

Okay, so maybe not for your main summers
party holiday with your friends, but been able to bond with your Mum in
some of the greatest shopping malls in the world and treating yourselves
to a new hair do will prove just how close you bot really are.
The chances are your Mum will be flattered that you want to take her
away and spend some quality time together. So surprise your Mum and
offer to take her on your text holiday with you. Even suggesting that
she 'needs a break' will show her how much you care, and how much you
have thought about how to giver her an ultimate break from reality.

Plan a holiday

We all know that the perfect getaway from
day to day life is the best thing in the world. And having deals from
under £100pp on site, you wouldn't even need to spend hundreds. You
could even start to talk about the idea of a perfect holiday, and help
your Mum come up with a plan on how and when she'd go. Giving your Mum
that little something and idea on having a break from it all will give
her something to look forward to- and will love you for it. By giving
her a little towards a deposit could really allow her to believe that in
just a few months she could be jetting off somewhere exotic.

Turkish Bath

The chances are if you have
ever experienced a Turkish bath you'll want to do it again, and
was more than likely taken out whilst abroad. But did you know? That not
only can you re-live this memory again whilst on holiday, there are now
several spas and leisure facilities that offer this service around the
UK. It has said to be the ultimate relaxer, as you'll get
to experience being pampered to high heaven. It's also known to leave
both men and women in a complete trance after not experiencing something
so tranquil ever before! You could even suggest this for their next
holiday, and show them reviews and pictures of just how stylish and
worthy a Turkish bath and Spa really is.

Tapas Style

If being able to offer your Mum a holiday
is impossible for you, then create a theme at home! Try venturing your
Mum out to try some authentic cuisine, or even cook for her at home. You
could try a traditional Moroccan tagine cooked stew, or even take her
out to a Tapas bar where drinks and meze are all foreign and yummy.
Flavours can go down a treat when done right, so treat her to something
unique that she's never done before.

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

We all know that what makes an all inclusive holiday that bit more special
is the unlimited drinks we are able to take advantage of.

This
is why we have shortlisted a few of your favourite drinks to show you
exactly how to make them so you can re-live that dream holiday drinking experience in your garden whenever you like!

Crucial
Cocktail Tackle

Cocktail
Shaker

Cocktail
Strainer

Cocktail
Muddler

Mixing
Spoon

1
x 25ml Measure

1
x 50ml Measure1 x Sleek Cocktail Glass

You
may also want to get a hold of a cocktail strainer to ensure that
your drink will pour out perfectly into your favourite cocktail
glass.

Cosmopolitan

What
you'll need:

1
oz Vodka

1/2
oz Cointreau or Grand Marnier

1/2
oz Lime juice

1/2
oz Cranberry juice

How
to do it:

Pour
all of your ingredients into your cocktail shaker, and skae like
crazy! Once your wrists start to hurt you can then pour the delicious
mixture into your cocktail glass glass. Adding Crushed Ice and an
umbrella to your drink will transfer this red happy juice into a real
surprise to serve to your friends. To serve:

Add crushed iced to make this into a tasty long drink!

Pina Colada Recipe

What
you'll need:

3
oz Rum/ Malibu

3
tbsp of Coconut milk

3
tbsp crushed pineapples

How
to do it:

First
pour in your crushed pineapple into the shaker, and make sure they're
as small as you can get them. Then add in your Malibu and coconut
milk to make sure all is creamy and consistent. Once you've done so,
take your strainer to ensure no bits fall into your glass, and HEY
PRESTO!

To Serve:

Try adding a few ice cubes into this
swirl of yumminess. You could even top it off with squirty cream to
make sure it looks and tasted just like the ones you've had on
holiday.

Tequila
Sunrise Cocktail Recipe

What
you'll need:

2
oz Tequila

3/4
oz Grenadine

4
oz Orange
Juice

How
to do it:

Depending
on how much alcohol and alcohol you' require, pur in the above
mesurments to taste. (More Grenadine for stronger, More orange for
weaker.) And mix it all up. Pour straight into your glass.

How
to serve:

Take a cocktail stick and on a glacier cherry and a
slice of orange. Best tasted with a little something savoury!

Sex
on the Beach Cocktail Recipe

What
you'll need:

1
oz Vodka

3/4
oz Peach Schnapps

2
oz Cranberry juice

2
oz Grape
Fruit
juice

How
to do it:

Mix
all of the above ingredients in your cocktail maker and again, stir.
Simply as that.

How
to serve:

Use lemon juice t created a frosted look on the
sides of your glass, and no-one will ever know you've only just
started to make your professional looking summer cocktail drinks.

Bloody
Mary Cocktail Recipe

What
you'll need:

90ml
of Tomato Juice or V8 juice

45ml
of Vodka

2
drops of Tabasco Sauce

½
teaspoon of Worcestershire Sauce

A
dash of lemon juices

A
wedge of lime

A
celery Stick

Freshly
ground Black pepper

Ice
cubes

How to do it:

Make
sure that your glass is chilled before serving and start to place
your tomato juice, vodka, worcestershire sauce, black pepper, lemon
juice and ice cubs into your cocktail shaker. The strain these
ingredients into your chilled cocktail glass. Add in your tabasco
sauce to taste and give it one final stir with your plastic cocktail
stick.

To serve:

Use a stick of celery or slice of
lime to rest above the mixture, serving right away will make it extra
yummy also.

At icelollyholyday.blogspot.com we know how important it is that we look great, and most importantly FEEL great about ourselves.

When
preparing for a holiday there's nothing better than grabbing some
bargains that you know will come in handy. There's just something about
owning a few items that you've specifically bought for your holiday that
makes use even more exciting too, and if you're anything like me you
won't let yourself wear it until you go.

1.Bold and beautiful Bikini
If you're daring to bare all this year then make sure your bikini is
bright and beautiful to make sure you stand out. There are hundreds of
choices to choose from this year, especially neon coloured pieces and
animal prints that are already proving to be popular so far this year.2.Ray-Bans
Protect your eyes in style this summer. When shopping for your holiday
items this year you'll see that almost every shop in the country are
selling ray-ban type sunglasses. Now in many shapes and colours there's
now a style to suit everybody with different patterns suiting all hair
types and eye colours around them. The great thing is that you can pick
up a pair of these starting from just £1.00 in some high street stores.3. Large Beach Bag
Since 2006 we've seen large bags on the catwalk, and they soon made
their way onto the beach. The saying goes for 'the bigger the better'
for a beach bag this year, as as a nation we like to take more and more
things out with us, and let's face it if you're the type that loves a
big beach towel you're going to need one. Loved for covering up the body
and making our frames look smaller, a beach bag is perfect for those
who may feel slightly self conscious whilst walking around as they can
surprisingly hide a lot, y'know!4. Fitted Cocktail DressAre you going
to Malia with your friends this year? Or Turkey with your boyfriend?
Either way you'll be in need of one stunning drop-dead gorgeous dress
that everyone's gonna turn they're heads at once you're wearing it.
Imagine you're getting ready to go to BCM nightclub or out for an A La
Carte meal, hang your fitted dress up whilst you're getting ready and
just imagine how hot you're gonna look once you slip into it.5.) Vintage Floral SwimsuitWe've seen
Lana Del Ray, Taylor Swift and Elie Goulding looking fantastic in these
already this year, and so can you! The shape of these swimsuits are
wonderful, and many stores such as ASDA are now offering these with
tummy controllers fitted inside too. Vintage is sometimes pretty tough
to pull off whilst abroad but with a floral printed costume you're bound
to get your personality across.